A 53-year-old Filipino tourist died after losing consciousness while riding the Frozen Ever After attraction at Hong Kong Disneyland, the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) confirmed Saturday. The incident occurred around 10 a.m. Friday, and the tourist was pronounced dead at 11:30 a.m.
“The (Philippine) Consulate General (in Hong Kong), through its Assistance-to-Nationals Section, confirmed the incident with the Lantau Police headquarters and contacted the next of kin of the deceased to convey our heartfelt condolences and to assist them with the process of repatriating the deceased’s remains,” the DFA said.
The Consulate General is coordinating with local authorities while respecting the family’s privacy during this difficult time.
Hong Kong Disneyland Resort’s initial investigation indicated the incident was “not related to ride safety.” The park temporarily suspended the Frozen Ever After ride from August 31 to September 19 for “operational adjustments.”